New Homes for Sale in Austin, Texas

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Living in the capital city of one of the largest and most populated states in the country, those who buy new Austin homes have a myriad of activities and attractions to choose from.

The city is home to roughly 1.7 million people, and is situated in central Texas on the shores of the Colorado River. Over time, people there have created three man-made lakes within the city, which those who buy new homes for sale in Austin can use for boating, swimming and various other recreational activities.

The city is also home to an offbeat culture that sets it apart from other major cities. Those living in Austin houses have promoted the local motto of ";Keep Austin Weird" over the past several years, and many of the area's events reflect that persona. Among them are the O. Henry Pun Off - held by the O. Henry House Museum - in which those in Austin homes compete in a battle of wits. Other, more traditional events, such as the Austin City Limits Music Festival and Austin Film Festival, also regularly draw a crowd.

While the city isn't home to any major professional sports teams, the perennial powerhouse Longhorn teams at the University of Texas are more than sufficient to satisfy the needs of any local sports fan. Seven other colleges and universities also offer numerous higher education opportunities for those who choose Austin houses.

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